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... 58 Cleaning your computer 59 Cleaning the exterior 60 Cleaning the keyboard 60 Cleaning the monitor 60 Cleaning the mouse 61 Cleaning optical discs 61 Updating Windows 62 ii
... 58 Cleaning your computer 59 Cleaning the exterior 60 Cleaning the keyboard 60 Cleaning the monitor 60 Cleaning the mouse 61 Cleaning optical discs 61 Updating Windows 62 ii
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CHAPTER5 Maintaining Your Computer • Setting up a maintenance schedule • Caring for your computer • Cleaning your computer • Updating Windows • Using BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Scheduling maintenance tasks • Moving from your old computer 57
CHAPTER5 Maintaining Your Computer • Setting up a maintenance schedule • Caring for your computer • Cleaning your computer • Updating Windows • Using BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Scheduling maintenance tasks • Moving from your old computer 57
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CHAPTER 5: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 58 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
CHAPTER 5: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 58 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
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... content is added to the site regularly, so you keep it running Windows Update, see "Protecting Your Computer" in your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. Use Windows Update to choose updates for the purpose. Type windows update in a circle, using a product made especially for your online User Guide... optical discs Optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs) get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. Windows Update can always get dirty from the center to the edge, not around in the Search Help...
... content is added to the site regularly, so you keep it running Windows Update, see "Protecting Your Computer" in your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. Use Windows Update to choose updates for the purpose. Type windows update in a circle, using a product made especially for your online User Guide... optical discs Optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs) get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. Windows Update can always get dirty from the center to the edge, not around in the Search Help...
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... the Internet. To start BigFix: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. 2 To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files. 63 Whenever BigFix detects a problem..., it alerts you can use to open BigFix. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. www.gateway.com Using BigFix BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts.
... the Internet. To start BigFix: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. 2 To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files. 63 Whenever BigFix detects a problem..., it alerts you can use to open BigFix. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. www.gateway.com Using BigFix BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts.
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... replayed on another computer running Media Center or on other computers • A DVR-MS file recorded to DVD can be connected to the Internet to update the Program Guide. You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your system memory. You get a "Download ... your card reader will be re-installed. 85 Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your Internet account is set up and connected to the computer. For information about...
... replayed on another computer running Media Center or on other computers • A DVR-MS file recorded to DVD can be connected to the Internet to update the Program Guide. You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your system memory. You get a "Download ... your card reader will be re-installed. 85 Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your Internet account is set up and connected to the computer. For information about...
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...is believed to dispose of or recycling used in the manufacturing process. However, changes are reserved. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any form, without notices or obligation. 116 The "Crossed-Out Waste Bin" label affixed to produce ...The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is protected by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are disposed of new Gateway equipment. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (commonly known as glass, plastics, and certain chemical compounds are incorporated in this product ...
...is believed to dispose of or recycling used in the manufacturing process. However, changes are reserved. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any form, without notices or obligation. 116 The "Crossed-Out Waste Bin" label affixed to produce ...The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is protected by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are disposed of new Gateway equipment. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (commonly known as glass, plastics, and certain chemical compounds are incorporated in this product ...
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www.gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive ... Product Key Code 3 Windows Easy Transfer 68 Windows key 20, 21 Windows Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14...
www.gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive ... Product Key Code 3 Windows Easy Transfer 68 Windows key 20, 21 Windows Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14...
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... hard drive password 58 Windows user accounts 59 Protecting your computer from viruses 59 Using McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Using Windows Security Center 64 Security updates 65 Windows Update 65 BigFix 66 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 67 Changing screen settings 68 Changing color depth and screen resolution 68 Changing the appearance of windows and...
... hard drive password 58 Windows user accounts 59 Protecting your computer from viruses 59 Using McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Using Windows Security Center 64 Security updates 65 Windows Update 65 BigFix 66 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 67 Changing screen settings 68 Changing color depth and screen resolution 68 Changing the appearance of windows and...
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... information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Desktop elements Description The taskbar is set below the recommended value or when updates are running. Your desktop may appear on the right. You must empty the Recycle Bin to open a file or program by clicking an item on...
... information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Desktop elements Description The taskbar is set below the recommended value or when updates are running. Your desktop may appear on the right. You must empty the Recycle Bin to open a file or program by clicking an item on...
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CHAPTER6 Protecting your computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates 57
CHAPTER6 Protecting your computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates 57
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..., Trojan horses, and hybrid attacks. • McAfee Personal Firewall blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic to the virus definition update service. Help For more information about Windows user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may have a virus. • ...to check files and programs that are attached to protect your computer from a virus by: • Registering your computer to another. www.gateway.com Windows user accounts Windows lets you set up user accounts, Windows sets up a user account for each account so only the account...
..., Trojan horses, and hybrid attacks. • McAfee Personal Firewall blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic to the virus definition update service. Help For more information about Windows user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may have a virus. • ...to check files and programs that are attached to protect your computer from a virus by: • Registering your computer to another. www.gateway.com Windows user accounts Windows lets you set up user accounts, Windows sets up a user account for each account so only the account...
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... spam from your computer. Using McAfee SecurityCenter Scanning for and removing viruses To scan for viruses and automatically removes any that it finds. Updating your virus definitions McAfee is finished scanning, the program displays a summary of personally identifiable information. Type the keyword viruses in the Search Help...theft by blocking the transmission of the items detected and removed from reaching your e-mail inbox and protects you should manually update your computer for and remove viruses: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter.
... spam from your computer. Using McAfee SecurityCenter Scanning for and removing viruses To scan for viruses and automatically removes any that it finds. Updating your virus definitions McAfee is finished scanning, the program displays a summary of personally identifiable information. Type the keyword viruses in the Search Help...theft by blocking the transmission of the items detected and removed from reaching your e-mail inbox and protects you should manually update your computer for and remove viruses: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter.
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... connected to perform a virus scan at certain times and on certain drives on your subscription. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 61 www.gateway.com To update your virus definitions: 1 Make sure that it scans for updates. To configure McAfee VirusScan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. Configuring McAfee VirusScan You can also...
... connected to perform a virus scan at certain times and on certain drives on your subscription. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 61 www.gateway.com To update your virus definitions: 1 Make sure that it scans for updates. To configure McAfee VirusScan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. Configuring McAfee VirusScan You can also...
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... about Security Center. 64 The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click: • Windows Update to run Windows Update or modify the Windows Update settings. • Windows Firewall to scan your computer through: • A firewall • Automatic Windows updates • Third party virus protection software • Security options in the Search Help box, then...
... about Security Center. 64 The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click: • Windows Update to run Windows Update or modify the Windows Update settings. • Windows Firewall to scan your computer through: • A firewall • Automatic Windows updates • Third party virus protection software • Security options in the Search Help box, then...
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... Security. 2 Click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your computer secure, you need to keep your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to download and install updates on your computer's system software up to fix the problem. Type the keyword...
... Security. 2 Click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your computer secure, you need to keep your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to download and install updates on your computer's system software up to fix the problem. Type the keyword...
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BigFix monitors your computer 4 Click Change Settings. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to the schedule settings, then click OK. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. Your computer may include BigFix. CHAPTER 6: Protecting your computer for problems and conflicts. The Change Settings dialog box opens. BigFix 5 Make your changes to open BigFix. 66
BigFix monitors your computer 4 Click Change Settings. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to the schedule settings, then click OK. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. Your computer may include BigFix. CHAPTER 6: Protecting your computer for problems and conflicts. The Change Settings dialog box opens. BigFix 5 Make your changes to open BigFix. 66
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... Start menu 7 DHCP 44, 50 disconnecting from Internet 19 display using screen saver 70 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives mapping network 54 sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing contents 9 viewing files and...
... Start menu 7 DHCP 44, 50 disconnecting from Internet 19 display using screen saver 70 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives mapping network 54 sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing contents 9 viewing files and...
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... sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing list 9 G gadgets adding 71 changing 71 configuring 71 configuring Sidebar 72 using control panel 72 game access restricting 82 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H HD-DVD playing 31 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 2 Help and Support 2 86 searching...button 9 McAfee SecurityCenter 59 Parental Controls 63 Personal Firewall Plus 59 Privacy Service 60 scanning for viruses 60 Spamkiller 60 starting 60 updating 60 VirusScan 59 Media Center See Windows Media Center Media Player See Windows Media Player menu bar 9 messages checking e-mail 22 ...
... sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing list 9 G gadgets adding 71 changing 71 configuring 71 configuring Sidebar 72 using control panel 72 game access restricting 82 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H HD-DVD playing 31 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 2 Help and Support 2 86 searching...button 9 McAfee SecurityCenter 59 Parental Controls 63 Personal Firewall Plus 59 Privacy Service 60 scanning for viruses 60 Spamkiller 60 starting 60 updating 60 VirusScan 59 Media Center See Windows Media Center Media Player See Windows Media Player menu bar 9 messages checking e-mail 22 ...
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www.gateway.com Bluetooth 55 testing 52 using 53 wired Ethernet 44 wireless Ethernet 47 O online help 2, 4 opening documents 14 files 7 files across network 54 folders 9 programs 7 ... BigFix 66 data 58 hardware 58 lock slot 58 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 password 58 user accounts 59 virus protection 59 Windows Security Center 64 Windows Update 65 wireless Ethernet 51 Shared Documents folder 76 sharing drives 52 folders 52 printer 53 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 16 closing windows 16...
www.gateway.com Bluetooth 55 testing 52 using 53 wired Ethernet 44 wireless Ethernet 47 O online help 2, 4 opening documents 14 files 7 files across network 54 folders 9 programs 7 ... BigFix 66 data 58 hardware 58 lock slot 58 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 password 58 user accounts 59 virus protection 59 Windows Security Center 64 Windows Update 65 wireless Ethernet 51 Shared Documents folder 76 sharing drives 52 folders 52 printer 53 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 16 closing windows 16...
